Physical therapy for patients with arthritis may include exercise therapy, electrotherapy, thermotherapy, manual therapy, and patient education to promote self-efficacy and exercise adherence.

A study by The Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma highlighted that combining motion exercises, physical therapy, and yoga can improve functional status and relieve pain in arthritis patients.

Current evidence supports the effectiveness and safety of moderate- to high-intensity aerobic and strengthening exercises for osteoarthritis and stable rheumatoid arthritis. Participation in ...